Shipping Coordinator - Valbruna Group : Job Details

Founded in 1925 and a leader in the production of Stainless Steels, Nickel Alloys and Titanium Long products, Valbruna is a private company with 2,500 employees and an annual output of approx. 250,000 tons of specialty steels. Production is primarily focused on Stainless Steels and Specialty Alloys, available in blooms and billets, ingots, round, square, flat, hexagonal and angle bars, wire rod, wire, reinforcement bars and threaded rods, with the expressed goal of satisfying the most sophisticated needs of the customer. To that end, Valbruna is constantly updating its production capabilities and experience. Summary Coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments, and preparing items for shipment to ensure on time delivery by performing the following duties. Assist department Supervisor with daily activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Coordinates movement of material in and out of WHSE and Shipping to other departments. Oversees outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments. Inspects loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, and seals loaded boxcars and truck doors. Compiles records of unfilled orders. Negotiate rates to receive best pricing available Issue procedures and SOI Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency. Communicate to CSR and customers on shipping date Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but at times may be required to substitute for the FO/Shipping Supervisor. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Competencies. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures. Design - Demonstrates attention to detail. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to